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as a Public Works Labourer
If you’re embarking on a new career or looking for a change of scenery, the Municipality of Chester is waiting for
you!
The perfect blend of work and casual living, the Municipality is an easy 40-minute commute to downtown Halifax -
leisure with business, rural with convenience. Enjoy the feel of close-knit, safe, community living within proximity
to major centers, healthcare, schools, green spaces, childcare, and amenities such as shops, restaurants, trails,
cultural venues, community centres, and much more.
What we are looking for
A person who is committed to workplace safety and maintenance of properties throughout the Municipality.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Public Works Labourer is responsible for the inspection, cleaning of, and light-duty maintenance at municipally
owned or maintained buildings, wastewater facilities, and trails/parks.
Fine Print
A complete job description is available online at www.chester.ca or by contacting our Director of Human Resources
(contact information below).
This competition will remain open until successfully filled.
Please send your resume along with three professional references and contact information, in confidence, using
one of the following options:
Email: employment@chester.ca
Fax: 902-275-4771
Mail to: Pamela Myra, Director of Human Resources
151 King Street
PO Box 369
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
While we thank you for your interest, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.
Our commitment to fair treatment
The Municipality of Chester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity, and to offering equal
employment opportunities based upon an individual's qualifications and performance — free from discrimination
or harassment because of age, race, colour, religion, creed, ethnicity, national or aboriginal origin, sex (including
pregnancy and pay equity), sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, family status, gender identity,
gender expression, or other protected characteristics, in accordance with the Nova Scotia Human Rights Code.
The Municipality of Chester is committed to the principles of the Accessibility Act. As such, we strive to make our
recruitment, assessment, and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as
required for applicants with disabilities. If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and
hiring process, please contact employment@chester.ca.
Municipality of the District of Chester
Position Description - Public Works Labourer
Position Title: Public Works Labourer
Reports to: Property & Facility Maintenance Supervisor
Location: Municipal of the District of Chester, Subject to change
Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Daily, Monday to Friday - May be
subject to change. Overtime as may be required.
Status: Full-Time
Classification: Non-Administrative
Salary Band: Skilled Labourer
Updated: March 14, 2023
SCOPE
To assist in carrying out the Municipality’s maintenance program for public
properties located throughout the Municipality of Chester and assist the
Property & Facility Maintenance Supervisor in the daily operations of
Municipal properties maintenance.
OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER LEGISLATION
1) The Municipality of the District of Chester is committed to workplace
safety and all employees are expected to actively participate in the
Municipality’s Occupational Health and Safety Policy and Program and
Occupational Health and Safety Legislation as well as Regulations of the
Province of Nova Scotia.
2) The Municipality of the District of Chester complies with the Employment
Legislation of Nova Scotia and all employees are also expected to act in
accordance to the appropriate Legislation as well.
QUALIFICATIONS
The successful candidate will possess a combination of the following
qualifications:
1) Grade 12 or GED equivalent.
2) A valid Class 5 Drivers License or higher.
3) Ability to obtain Wastewater Treatment Level 1.
4) Combination of knowledge and experience in property maintenance.
5) Experience in property maintenance and/or construction of sewage works
and/or general construction is considered an asset.
6) Ability to perform physical labour for extended periods of time under
varying weather conditions.
7) Must be capable of lifting items safely up to 25 kg. A qualified medical
doctor’s certificate relating to the candidate’s physical condition may be
required prior to awarding the position.
8) Must be a self-starter and be capable of working independently.
9) Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regulations, hazards,
and precautions necessary for the safe completion of required tasks.
10) WHMIS, First Aid, Fall Arrest and Confined Space certification or
possess the ability to obtain safety certification as directed and/or related
to a job task assigned.
SUMMARY OF FUNCTION
Principle Duties and Responsibilities:
The following is a general outline only of the duties and responsibilities
involved in this position. It is not intended to be all inclusive or to limit the
employees’ opportunity to use their own initiative to expand their capabilities
beyond this scope and thereby their value to the Municipality. It is also not
intended to limit the employer’s right to assign other duties.
1) Assist with inspection, cleaning of and light-duty maintenance at
municipally owned and or maintained buildings or properties.
a) Inspections (various)
i) Follow inspection practices and submit completed reports regularly.
b) Cleaning Tasks may include:
i) Regular cleaning of floors and washroom located in the basement of
the Annex.
ii) Semi-annual cleaning of all carpets and windows in both the
Municipal and Annex Buildings.
iii) Regular cleaning of all the Wastewater Treatment Plant offices and
washrooms. Cleaning tasks may include:
(1) Sweeping and mopping of floors
(2) Cleaning of washrooms (sinks, counter, toilet, shower,
etc.)
(3) Cleaning of desks, shelves, fridge, etc.
(4) Ensuring a stock of cleaning supplies and toiletries.
(5) Cleaning of windows.
(6) Empty waste cans and remove waste.
(7) Ensure adequate drinking water in stock and return empty
bottles.
c) Light-duty maintenance tasks may include:
i) Painting, minor carpentry repairs and plumbing and heating system
checks.
ii) Storage of maintenance and office supplies.
iii) Raising and lowering of flags.
iv) Walk shoveling and salting.
v) Sweep and clean all walkways.
vi) Sweep and clean all parking lots.
vii) Lawn mowing.
viii) Landscaping, ensuring lawns, shrubs, trees, flower bets, etc. are
maintained.
ix) Notify Supervisor of any maintenance problems promptly.
d) Pick-up and delivery duties on an as-required basis. A Municipal
vehicle will be available where pick-up or delivery of goods is required.
If a Municipal vehicle is not available, the employee will be reimbursed
for the use of their personal vehicle as per the Municipal Personnel
Policy.
e) Remove waste at various public locations in the Village of Chester and
in other areas of the Municipality, as well as picking up dead marine
wildlife, as requested.
f) Maintaining municipal trails, this may include cutting and removing
trees and brush, as well as minor surface repairs.
g) Maintaining other Municipal properties and assets such as roadways,
parks, playgrounds, sidewalks and wharves, etc.
h) Assist with workplace inspections, and submission of reports.
i) Assist with development of Safe Work Practices (SWP) and Operation
and Maintenance (O&M) manuals.
j) Assist with the maintenance of all wastewater collection and treatment
plants, as directed. The maintenance duties may include:
i) Inspection and maintenance of wet wells, manholes, collection
piping, and wastewater plants.
ii) Removing and installing sanitary sewer pipe.
iii) Attending and participating in monthly tool-box meetings.
k) Perform any of the above duties outside of normal working hours.
l) Assume responsibility for the care and maintenance of assigned tools
and equipment.
m) Any other duties as assigned.
CONTACTS
The Public Works Labourer will report directly to the Property Maintenance
Supervisor and will also have contact with the following:
1. Municipal Staff
2. Public